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Rockford Personal Injury Lawyer
As drivers, we all accept the harsh reality that we may be injured when we get behind the wheel. A single moment can have long-term consequences and dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be incredibly difficult. The grueling recovery process can consist of pain and suffering, trouble performing everyday activities, hours spent at doctor visits, missed work, piling medical bills, debt collectors, dealing with the insurance company, and the stress of court.
At the Law Office of Adrian Murati, we’ve helped numerous clients with their car accidents in Rockford, Illinois and the surrounding counties. We understand that dealing with an injury after a car accident can be a long and complicated road full of hardship, and we are committed to helping you or a loved one through the personal injury claim process.
Call us at (815) 289-3209 to discuss your personal injury case with a Rockford Car Accident Attorney. The phone call is free, but the peace of mind from having your questions answered is priceless. There is no fee unless we win your case.
How a Car Accident Lawyer Can Help With Your Personal Injury Case
Fixing Your Car
When your car is damaged in an accident, it can have a big impact on your life. Having reliable transportation is important for your daily activities such as driving to work, going grocery shopping, picking up kids from school, etc.
Not having a car can be a major disruption to your life. It’s important to get your car fixed or replaced as fast as possible. We can help you make a property damage claim with the insurance company to ensure that your car is properly fixed.
If the insurance company declares your car a total loss, we can help ensure that you will receive fair compensation based on the market value of your vehicle.
Recovering for Pain and Suffering
Under Illinois law, you are entitled to receive money for the pain and suffering that you've experienced from your injuries. The amount that you can expect to receive for pain and suffering depends on the severity of your injuries and the extent of your treatment. For example, someone with a whiplash injury that healed after some chiropractic treatment would expect to receive less for pain and suffering than someone with a broken neck who had to undergo surgery.
Some people have issues with the concept of money for pain because they say that money doesn't make the pain go away. While it's by no means a perfect solution, the law says that you can put a dollar figure on pain and suffering. We will advocate on your behalf to ensure that you are fully compensated for the pain and suffering you've endured from your injuries.
Getting Your Medical Bills Paid
When you’ve been injured in a car accident, your medical bills can start piling up fast. Health is one of the most precious things that we have in life and it’s critical for you to receive proper medical treatment so that you can recover from your injuries. However, with modern health care costs, people injured in car accidents are understandably concerned about going into debt because of medical bills.
We want you to focus on healing while we keep track of your medical expenses so that we can negotiate with the insurance company to make sure that you aren't left on the hook for medical bills.
Dealing With the Insurance Company
Insurance companies don't care about your injuries, they only care about money and the less of it they have to pay you the higher their profits. Here's the harsh reality: they couldn't care less about you, you're just a claim number to them. They will use every trick and tactic at their disposal to ensure that they have to pay you the least amount possible.
When you're recovering from your injuries, the last thing you need is stress from an insurance adjuster. We already know the games that the insurance company wants to play, and we don't let them play games with our clients. Let us handle the insurance company while you concentrate on getting better.
Getting Paid for Time Missed at Work
You should not have to use your sick days or vacation time to pay for someone else’s mistake. As part of your personal injury case, you are entitled to receive compensation for time that you missed at work. For example, if you could not go to work for 2 months because of a broken leg, then you are entitled to receive the usual amount that you would have been paid for that time.
If your injuries are permanent and result in a long lasting disability, then we can make a claim for “Lost Earning Capacity. ” Injuries from a car accident can have a significant impact on your ability to work, and we want to ensure that you are properly compensated for your lost wages.
Reaching a Settlement or Taking Your Case to Court
The only way to get fair compensation for your injuries is to show the insurance company that you are ready to take your case to a jury trial. We prepare every case as if it's going to go the distance and most of these cases end up settling way beyond the insurance company’s “final offer."
We never pressure clients into taking a settlement offer. We will give you our honest opinion about any settlement offers but the decision of whether to accept the settlement offer or take your case to court is 100% yours.
Our Firm's Motto: Treat Clients Like Friends, Fight to the End
Treat Clients Like Friends
When you hire us, we are in this together and need to work closely with each other to achieve the best possible result for your case. We take the time to get to know our clients so we can have a better understanding of the legal issues they are facing. Unlike many personal injury firms, we are not a "settlement mill" that just cranks out cases.
Fight to the End
When your wellbeing and future is on the line, you need a law firm that will stand up and fight for your legal rights. Results matter and we will relentlessly work to achieve the best possible outcome in your case. This means pursuing every viable option and leaving no stone unturned. Aggressive representation is not just another cheesy lawyer catchphrase or empty words for us.
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Types of Auto Accident Cases We Handle:
Rear-end Accident – Being hit from behind by a driver who is following another car too closely or who is distracted, speeding, or otherwise reckless. Rear-end accidents are one of the most common types of crashes in Illinois and can result in serious injuries.
Sideswipe Accident -- Sideswipe accidents occur when a driver is being negligent and veers into the lane of another driver.
Stop Sign Accident – Collisions often occur at stop sign intersections when two drivers both believe they each have the right of way or when one driver passes through the intersection without noticing the sign.
Stop Light Accident – Crashes at traffic signal intersections often happen when a negligent driver runs a red-light, makes an illegal U-turn, or misjudges the distance of oncoming traffic before making a turn.
Parking Lot Car Accident – Accidents often happen at parking lots when someone backs into you or sideswipes your car. Whether a driver darts into a parking space or scurries out of a fast food restaurant after getting their order, parking lots can be a dangerous place for car wrecks.
Highway Accidents - Highway crashes can be one of the most dangerous type of car accident because of the high-speed vehicles are traveling.
Drunk Driving - Intoxicated driving is a major problem in the United States and chances are you that will be hit by a drunk driver sometime in your lifetime.
Pedestrian Accidents - Millions of drivers and pedestrians safely share the road each year but negligent driving can quickly cause serious injury and even death to pedestrians.
Truck Accidents - With the large size and mammoth weight of trucks and other "big rigs", there’s a slim chance of walking away unharmed if you’ve been in a truck wreck.
Motorcycle Accidents - Motorcycle crashes can happen in the blink of an eye but the tragic consequences can be lifelong.
Head-on Car Accidents – The deadliest type of crash happens when a car collides with an oncoming vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Most head-on car collisions result in serious injuries and fatalities to the drivers and passengers.
Aggressive Driving and Road Rage - While some types of car crashes have been declining, aggressive driving and road rage incidents have been steadily increasing.
Hit and Run Accident – Recovering from a hit and run driver who left the scene of the accident can be challenging. If the driver is never found, we may have the option of recovering uninsured motorist coverage from your own insurance company.
Drowsy Driving Accidents - Fatigued driving can significantly impair a driver's ability to safely operate a vehicle.
Whether you or a loved have been injured in a minor fender bender or a deadly car crash, the Law Office of Adrian Murati will fight tirelessly to hold the other driver accountable for their negligent driving.